Re: kp-2/440 mirage preamp

Hello Jeffrey,
While I can't comment on your preamp, I'll add my $0.02 about the other questions.
First, realize that until this evening (Wednesday night East coast time) AO-51 is transmitting 38k4 packet. So, unless you are setup for that speed (normally requires extensive rig mods!), you won't be able to print 9600 baud data until either late tonight or tomorrow.
Yes, Wisp puts the TNC in and out of KISS mode. Some TNCs are picky and folks have to put special commands in either (or both!) startup and shutdown config files. I can't remember the file names--never had to use them!
In my hands, TLMECHO does a good job of putting a TNC INTO KISS mode, but doesn't get it out of KISS mode very well... I took the backup battery out of my TNC so if it gets confused/stuck in KISS mode, a power ON/OFF fixes it.
I'm happy to see you moving forward with packet and AO-51! I've actually found great enjoyment in experimenting with the various modes it has been running lately--every thing from QRP to portable to S-band to 38k4! There is really something for everyone!!
Hope to see you "in the queue" on AO-51 soon!
73,
Mark N8MH
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> From: "Mr Jeffrey L. Ross" <jeffrey.ross@verizon.net>
> Date: 2005/02/23 Wed AM 09:53:12 EST
> To: <amsat-bb@amsat.org>
> Subject: [amsat-bb] kp-2/440 mirage preamp
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> hi all, well i spent my arm and leg on the kp-2 pre-amp and now im wondering
> why it is set on high when the factory sets it on low for you. hmm is it used
> and then returned? no silicone seal also. has anyone any info on this device?
> Also i see in the ads (this is why i bought it) its from 435.mhz to 450mhz.
> The manual is saying 440 to 450! Anyone know what it really is? Heres the
> good news. I can hear ao-51 on the fm downlink. almost every pass. Now if i
> can just start getting some data on the downlink, ill be happy. Looks today i
> found that wisp places ur tnc into kiss for you, new to me. was doing it
> before i opened it. i wonder if tlmecho will do the same. Anyone know this?
> thank you, 73 New user kc8gkf
> p.s. hate to bother everyone with all these questions but could someone make
> us a easy set up for wisp. would be nice. thank you very much.
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